Red Sox and Alex Cora part ways amid MLB cheating scandal
Cora, the former bench coach of the Houston Astros, was implicated in the recent sign-stealing scandal.
Russians hacked Ukrainian firm connected to impeachment
The U.S. cybersecurity firm that discovered the breach said it could be an "early warning" of similar efforts to influence the upcoming presidential election.
New Jersey lawmakers pass bill banning flavored vaping products
The bill now heads to Governor Phil Murphy, who has expressed a desire to ban flavored e-cigarettes in the past.
Human Rights Watch claims director denied entry into Hong Kong
"I had hoped to spotlight Beijing's deepening assault on international efforts to uphold human rights. The refusal to let me enter Hong Kong vividly illustrates the problem," HRW's executive director said.
Two-time Super Bowl-winner Jimmy Johnson elected to Hall of Fame
Former Pittsburgh Steelers coach Bill Cowher was also surprised in similar fashion over the weekend.
Bill Cowher inducted into Pro Football Hall of Fame
The Cowher-led Steelers won Super Bowl XL in 2006.
GOP congressman tweets fake photo of Obama with Iran's president
The photo showed a handshake between Mr. Obama and Rouhani that never happened with the caption, "The world is a better place without these guys in power."
5 dead and more than 50 injured in Pennsylvania Turnpike crash
The crash involved one tour bus, three tractor trailers and a passenger vehicle.
David Stern, former NBA commissioner, has died at age 77
Stern died from a brain hemorrhage he suffered several weeks ago, the NBA said.
John Lewis diagnosed with Stage IV pancreatic cancer
The 79-year-old Democratic congressman said he has "never faced a fight quite like the one I have now."
Officials struggle to determine cause of fatal Louisiana plane crash
"The wreckage is in pretty tough shape. Between impact damage and fire damage, there's not a lot to work with," an aviation official said.
Daughter-in-law of LSU coach killed in Louisiana plane crash
When the plane went down, Carley McCord was on her way to Atlanta to watch the Peach Bowl that her father-in-law was coaching in.
Funerals held for stabbing victims Clay Beathard, Paul Trapeni
"Overall, I'm just so beyond blessed for the 22 incredible years that I got to spend with him," C.J. Beathard said at his brother's service.
Boeing lawyer who managed 737 Max aftermath to retire
Luttig's announcement comes just three days after former Boeing CEO Dennis Muilenburg stepped down.
UNC Charlotte shooting hero honored with new Star Wars character
Ri-Lee Howell, named for the late Riley Howell, is a Jedi Master and historian of the Jedi Order.